Of course I am kidding about the double although I do use one on timed events on mountain climbs. I just get a kick out of those that think the triple is for sissies.

This is the truth, 2 past clyde forum members have razzed me in the past about using a triple on training rides. "Dude, you're using a triple? bwahahahaha!"

If I named them you could ask how far behind me they finished on the events!


Although I believe riders should use what they like, I don't see much of a difference. FTR, Gina has climbed GMR (8 miles /6%/2300ft) on a standard double (28 cog).

10,000ft on a standard double (53/39-12/25)




12,000ft on same bike


The bike, standard double (39/25)